US Bridges

FM 680 over N Groesbeck Creek

Fair

Hardeman County, Texas · 4.4 MI N of US 287 · Structure no. 251000170101002

Built
1953
72 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
175 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
100
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 680 over N Groesbeck Creek is a concrete slab carrying FM 680 over N Groesbeck Creek in Hardeman County, Texas. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 100 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 270 by 2033. The structure is 175 ft (53.3 m) long and 21 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 680
CrossesN Groesbeck Creek
Location4.4 MI N of US 287
RouteState Highway 680
CountyHardeman County
StateTexas
Coordinates34.39931, -99.89599
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating53 US tons
Inventory rating25 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans7
Design loadH 10
Structure length175 ft (53.3 m)
Longest span25 ft (7.6 m)
Deck width21 ft (6.5 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic100 (2020)
Projected traffic270 by 2033
Trucks29%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$9,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 680 over N Groesbeck Creek built?

It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 680 over N Groesbeck Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in April 2023.

How much traffic does FM 680 over N Groesbeck Creek carry?

About 100 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.

How long is FM 680 over N Groesbeck Creek?

The structure is 175 ft (53.3 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 21 ft wide.

Who owns FM 680 over N Groesbeck Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.